2004 Acura NSX vs. 2002 Volvo S80

To start off, 2004 Acura NSX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volvo S80 would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura NSX (290 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2002 Volvo S80. (197 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2002 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volvo S80 weights approximately 35 kg more than 2004 Acura NSX.

Because 2004 Acura NSX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Acura NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Volvo S80, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Acura NSX (304 Nm) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volvo S80. (280 Nm). This means 2004 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volvo S80.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Acura NSX 2002 Volvo S80
Make Acura Volvo
Model NSX S80
Year Released 2004 2002
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 3179 cc 2524 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 5 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 290 HP 197 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 304 Nm 280 Nm
Engine Bore Size 93 mm 83 mm
Engine Stroke Size 78 mm 90 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.2:1 9.0:1
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1430 kg 1465 kg
Vehicle Length 4430 mm 4830 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1180 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2540 mm 2720 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 10 L/100km 7.6 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 14 L/100km 10.2 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.9 L/100km 16.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 80 L


 

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